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Seinan Gakuin University | Fukuoka, Japan

Located in Fukuoka, Japan, Seinan Gakuin University provides Mercer exchange students with a beautiful setting for study and a unique opportunity for cultural and language immersion. The university offers courses taught in English in multiple departments including Japanese language, communication and media studies, social sciences, and intercultural studies. Seinan Gakuin University has a vibrant campus life due to its location near Fukuoka’s waterfront areas and Seaside Momochi. This university is a very attractive study abroad option for anyone interested in learning more about Japanese and Asian culture.

Mercer Application Deadlines:

September 15 (Spring)
March 1 (Academic Year, Fall)

Location: Fukuoka, Japan

Requirements: In order to attend an Exchange Study Abroad Program, students must have a 3.0 or higher GPA. Questions regarding this policy may be directed to Emily Dunn (dunn_ea@mercer.edu).

To apply: Please click on the “Apply Now” button in the overview section and fill out all of the information requested.

SEINAN GAKUIN ACADEMIC CALENDAR

SEMESTER / PROGRAM DATES
Semester 1 (Fall): mid-August – late December
Semester 2 (Spring): mid-January – early June

SEINAN GAKUIN APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR EXCHANGE
Semester 1 (Fall): 31 March
Semester 2 (Spring): 30 September

MERCER APPLICATION DEADLINES FOR EXCHANGE
Academic Year: 01 March (online applications)
Semester 2 (Spring): 15 September (online application)

In order to maintain your student visa status with the Immigration Bureau of Japan, you must stay enrolled in a minimum of 14 credits per semester. There is no maximum credit limit.

Japanese language courses are a requirement for all students of the International Division. Courses are offered at various levels, from introductory to advanced. You will be placed in the appropriate class based on the results of the Japanese Language Placement Tests and Record of Previous Japanese Studies.

A variety of elective courses are offered in English and some other languages. Only for the Fall semester, you may take elective courses offered in the Regular Departments. You will be asked to submit a pre-registration form for elective courses in June for the fall semester and in November for the spring semester. You may pre-register elective courses offered in the Regular Departments if you satisfy the minimum requirements of Japanese proficiency determined by the respective instructor. You can see available courses here: Courses Offered | Study Abroad | Seinan Gakuin University (seinan-gu.ac.jp)

Seinan Gakuin University follows a North American Curriculum

Normal Course Load: 14 Credits
1 Course = 2 scholastic credit hours (SCH)
Minimum Credits per semester: 12 undergraduate, 9 graduates

You will receive a room offer from the Housing team via email by the end of June for the fall semester or by the end of November for the spring semester. We try our best to accommodate your preferences in your application. However, we are not able to guarantee your request for a particular type of housing as we assign dormitory, room or roommates in order to consolidate vacancies. You will be informed of the payment method during the Housing orientation session.

Seinan Gakuin University (SGU) has three self-catered dormitories located on the west campus that are 5 minutes walking distance to classrooms. Through on-campus residence life, you can enjoy not only a comfortable living environment but also a variety of social and academic activities. Local Seinan students and international students each make up 50 percent of the diverse dormitory population. There are Resident Assistants (RAs) who are Seinan student staff members and live in your dormitories. They can provide resources and support for living in residence.

Seinan Gakuin University (SGU) makes off-campus housing arrangements for students who would like the combination of the apartment-style room and catering service.

DORMY OPTIONS
“Dormy”, operated by Kyoritsu Maintenance Co. Ltd., are the fully furnished studio apartment buildings where you can interact with not only Seinan students but also students from other institutions regardless of their nationalities or ages. Well-balanced breakfasts and dinners are offered at each Dormy. The live-in dormitory managers are always there to assist you during your stay.

Billable Amounts:

Rates based on 2024-2025 academic year rates for one semester

Tuition (Mercer): $21,006
Study Abroad Fee: $75
Mercer Technology and Facility Fee: $150

Billable Total: $21,231

Non-Billable Amounts:

Rates based on 2024-2025 academic year rates for one semester

Flight: $2,000
Housing: $1,550
Books, SGU student insurance, and household items: $350
Personal Expenses: $2,000
- including meals and groceries as Seinan Gakuin does not offer a meal plan for on-campus dorms

Non-Billable Total: $5,900

Total: $27,221

Scholarship opportunities:

*Please contact Emily Dunn, the Assistant Director of Global Education, before applying to the asterisked scholarship opportunities at dunn_ea@mercer.edu.

Applicable Financial Aid:

All Federal and State Loans
All Federal Grants (including Pell)
All Georgia State Scholarships and Grants (Hope, Zell)
All Mercer Scholarships and Grants

Our office highly recommends working with your financial aid officer before attending any study abroad program to understand how much of your current aid package is applicable to your chosen program. You can make an appointment with your officer here: Contact Us – Student Financial Planning (mercer.edu)